RoadTurn: Reflections on the Paul Potts Story

I don’t know about this. Certainly, we have heard before that Simon Cowell’s ambitions have gone global and he is pushing for a World’s Got Talent show. According to an eNews media release, however, Simon is waiting long–the show is scheduled for July 1st of this year.
Reading between the lines, it could be that [...]

Okay, Connie Talbot does not appear to be in any serious run for her money…yet…but what 4 year old Kaitlyn Maher lacks in vocal ability, she sure makes up in just being cute. Remember now, Connie is two years older. One thing I know for certain…if Connie met Kaitlyn she would love her up and [...]

There was some worry that the America’s Got Talent premier show would draw poor viewer numbers, seeing that it was pitted against the NBA Basketball Finals. That was not the case, according to a report today in the Los Angeles Times. Says that article:
NBC should be all smiles today. The third-season opener of “America’s [...]

America’s Got Talent kicks off on June 17th and rumors are that the USA not only has an opera singer, but…a pig that can paint! Match that, Britain. April MacIntyre, writing for the M&C site, uncovered some tidbits about the coming string of performances.
Judges for the American version of the show are Piers Morgan, Sharon [...]

Here’s wishing all you dads the very best Father’s Day ever. For my part, fatherhood is the most important and best job that I’ve ever had. I remember that after the birth of my very first child, I was hesitant to have another–I just didn’t see how I could possibly love anyone as much as [...]

Have you seen the new Connie Talbot music video? If not, you’re missing a real treat. The seven-year-old chart buster is at it again, with her Over the Rainbow album being re-released on Monday to include several new singles. One of those new songs is Connie’s take on the Bob Marley hit, Three Little Birds [...]

Here’s a first-person take on the Britain’s Got Talent Live show. U.K. blogger, Phil Gardner, attended the recent performance in Brighton, and gives us his thoughts on the ordeal. Here are a few quotes from Phil:
The most talented performer though was probably Faryl Smith…She makes Charlotte Church sound like a pub singer. Faryl sang a [...]

I have early onset osteo-arthritis. If you don’t know what that is, then good for you. I hope you never find out. In an effort to fight the beast, I’ve joined a newsgroup where people come together to discuss their experiences and share strategy. If what I am seeing online is an indicator, then arthritis [...]

Andrew Johnston has signed a million pound record deal with Simon Cowell’s record company–according to a report in today’s (U.K.) Telegraph. Here is a blip from that article.

This post is for parents of babies, expectant parents, and anyone who just wants to reminisce about the stroller days. One of the things we did in preparation for each of our children was to go looking for the perfect carriage. Actually, I take that back: with the first child, we didn’t know enough to [...]

Faryl Smith is loving her new gig, performing with the Britain’s Got Talent Live show. Today’s (U.K.) Evening Telegraph does a fine job of interviewing Faryl’s dad and giving us a look at how things are developing for the precocious young singer turned teen idol. Says Faryl’s father:
The people who have arranged the tour have [...]

Wouldn’t it be great if Paul Potts, the guy who got his one chance and is living the life of his dreams–wouldn’t it be just perfect if he would turn around and give others a hand up? George Sampson, Andrew Johnston, Faryl Smith, and the others–what if they came up with a plan to reach [...]